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Data Quality Analyst

Plooto

Plooto

IT, Data Science, Quality Assurance
Remote
Posted on Nov 28, 2024
This position is only available as a remote contract opportunity and available internationally.
About Plooto
82% of small businesses fail due to poor management of cash flow. Our vision is to enable the advancement of Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) by developing the tools & insights they need to maximize their cash flow. Over 10,000 businesses and their finance teams trust Plooto to automate their financial processes so they can focus on reaching their true potential.

Job Overview:

Plooto is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Data Quality Analyst to join our growing data team. This role will be crucial in establishing and maintaining data quality standards across our organization, with a primary focus on implementing and managing our Monte Carlo data observability platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, a keen eye for detecting data anomalies, and experience with data catalogs and metadata management.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on Plooto's data quality and governance practices. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with a passion for data integrity to ensure the trustworthiness and reliability of Plooto's data assets.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Data Observability Implementation:
    • Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the Monte Carlo data observability platform.
    • Develop and maintain data quality metrics and monitoring processes.
    • Set up alerting systems for data quality issues across all critical data assets.
  2. Data Catalog Management:
    • Assist in populating and maintaining the data catalog (Unity Catalog) with accurate and up-to-date information.
    • Collaborate with data owners across the organization to ensure comprehensive and accurate metadata.
  3. Data Quality Analysis:
    • Conduct regular data quality assessments across all key data systems.
    • Identify data quality issues and work with relevant teams to resolve them.
    • Develop and implement data quality rules and checks.
  4. Reporting and Documentation:
    • Create regular reports on data quality metrics and trends.
    • Maintain documentation on data quality processes, rules, and standards.
  5. Cross-functional Collaboration:
    • Work closely with the Data Governance Manager and other teams to align data quality initiatives with broader data governance goals.
    • Provide guidance to other teams on data quality best practices.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data quality management or related roles.
  • Hands-on experience with data observability tools, preferably Monte Carlo.
  • Strong understanding of data quality dimensions (accuracy, completeness, consistency, timeliness, validity, uniqueness).
  • Proficiency in SQL and experience with data manipulation and analysis.
  • Familiarity with data catalog tools and metadata management practices.
  • Experience with Databricks and Unity Catalog is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Required Experience:

  • Proven experience implementing and managing data quality initiatives.
  • Experience with data profiling, data cleansing, and data standardization techniques.
  • Track record of improving data quality in complex data environments.

Key Skills and Attributes:

  • Detail-oriented with a passion for data accuracy and integrity.
  • Proactive in identifying and addressing data quality issues.
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business terms for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to build and shape the data governance function at a growing fintech startup.
  • Highly collaborative work environment with exposure to multiple aspects of the business.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Professional development opportunities and the chance to grow with the company.
Why Become a Plootonian?
If you are looking to make a professional impact, look no further. Plooto is currently in hyper-growth mode, looking to 10x our customer base. Plooto is dramatically changing the payments space in North America. We have delivered an unrivaled product experience to fulfill a growing need in the SMB space. The biggest reason why SMBs close their doors is due to poor management of finances and cash flow. Plooto solves that problem! We have an extremely strong product-market fit with a massive opportunity ahead of us. We are backed by an experienced and diverse group of FinTech veterans. You will have the opportunity to make history and change the course of this sector for many years to come. Join Plooto and be a part of making history.

This position is only available as a remote contract opportunity and available internationally.